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Why Does Paul Prefer the Name ‘Christ Jesus’? 2 Timothy 1:1–2, Part 3
When Paul refers to Jesus, the title he loves to use the most is “Christ Jesus.” Why was this name so significant for Paul?
1 year, 2 months ago
How Great Is Paul’s Apostolic Authority? 2 Timothy 1:1–2, Part 2
What is an apostle? An apostle is an official representative selected by Christ to mediate his authority on earth and herald his message to men.
1 year, 2 months ago
The Poignant Setting of Paul’s Last Letter: 2 Timothy 1:1–2, Part 1
What is the setting for Paul’s second letter to Timothy? Paul is imprisoned in Rome, he wants Timothy to come to him, and he is ready for death.
1 year, 2 months ago
The Great Crescendo of Faith and Love and the Glory of God: 1 Timothy 6:20–21, Part 4
What is Paul’s ultimate concern in 1 Timothy? To encourage faith that awakens godliness that is passionate about the glory of God.
1 year, 2 months ago
How Do We Guard the Precious Deposit of Truth? 1 Timothy 6:20–21, Part 3
You don’t guard the word of God like you would some other ancient document. You guard it by doing it, protecting it, and passing it on.
1 year, 2 months ago
What Is the Good Deposit Entrusted to Timothy? 1 Timothy 6:20–21, Part 2
Paul’s final exhortation in 1 Timothy is to “guard the deposit entrusted to you.” What is “the deposit” the apostle has in mind?
1 year, 2 months ago
What Emotional Health Is in the Word ‘O’! 1 Timothy 6:20–21, Part 1
In the little word “O,” Paul brings us into a whole world of emotional complexity. He models for us healthy, godly affections for others.
1 year, 2 months ago
How Do We Lay Up Treasure in Heaven? 1 Timothy 6:17–19, Part 2
Christian generosity grows out of hearts that place their hope in God. When he is the source of our joy now and forever, we are free to radically giv…
1 year, 2 months ago
Why and How to Hope in God, Not Riches: 1 Timothy 6:17–19, Part 1
Those who look to riches to uphold their hopes will be deeply disappointed. Worldly wealth is fleeting and uncertain. Only God can ground our hope.
1 year, 2 months ago
Serving and Adoring a God Without Rivals: 1 Timothy 6:13–16, Part 2
If you belong to the King of kings and Lord of lords, you are as safe as you could possibly be. No one rivals your God.
1 year, 3 months ago